Video Summary
- The tested Niro is the top-spec GT-Line EV, costing over $70,000.- The base Tesla Model 3 or Polestar 2 can be obtained for less.
- The cabin feels large and open, which suits both tall and shorter drivers.
- The cabin feels futuristic with big screens and fast software.
- Apple CarPlay connection is not fully reliable.
- The cabin features shortcut buttons.
- The boot is big but not enormous.
- Cabin space has been prioritized in the design.
- The boot can fit a full luggage set.
- The Niro can travel 460km between charges.
- Charging on a 50kW DC charger, it takes 1 hour to charge from 10-80%.
- Maximum DC charging speed is 100kW, and the AC charging speed is 11kW.
- It has a V2L adapter, which can be used to power external devices.
- It has a front trunk.
- The Kia Niro is agreeable to drive and comfortable.
- It is not as firm as the Tesla Model 3, more hatch-like.
- Regenerative braking is highly efficient and is able to reclaim energy from deceleration.
- Having travelled 3,000 km, the car consumed 15 kWh to 100 km.
- Owning one may be hard to justify with the current price.
- Features such as the V2L, frunk, and massive cabin are great.
- Range anxiety was never experienced.
